Tag: Security

captcha-types
9 mins

What does CAPTCHA mean? (Definition and explanation)

Different types of CAPTCHAs protect websites from spambots. Here’s how they work, and tips to solve them. But first, find all the street signs in these images...
security-risks-of-smart-sex-toys (1)
7 mins

Smart devices for the bedroom: A security turn-off

Springing for a smart sex toy this Valentine’s Day? Recent security studies will make you think twice.
11 mins

Is Lensa safe? A privacy guide for using the Lensa app

What are the concerns surrounding the popular AI photo app?
4 mins

What are the differences between HTTP and HTTPS?

Browsing online, you’ve probably been warned at times: “Your connection is not private.” That’s where the difference between HTTP and HTTPS comes in.
A keyboard covered in eyes.
6 mins

What are keyloggers, and how do they work?

They record every key you press. Can you protect yourself?
Update icon with a question mark.
4 mins

Auto app updates: Pros and cons, and how to turn them...

Apps should be updated regularly to safeguard your device’s security. But should you set them to update automatically or manually?
Questioning a website's safety
4 mins

How to check if a website is safe: 6 quick tips

Want to know if the site you’re visiting is secure and legit before you buy something online? Here are a few easy ways to find out.
An obscured eye, a shield with a padlock, and a face mask.
4 mins

Privacy, security, and anonymity: What’s the difference?

And how does a VPN help you with each?
voila-photo-editing-apps
3 mins

Love photo-editing apps? Don’t give away your face too easily

Photo filters are fun, but using them is also giving away your biometrics and more.
Pencil eraser wiping a smartphone.
2 mins

How to wipe your iPhone or Android before selling it

Failing to correctly wipe your smartphone could leave your information vulnerable for access by its next owner. Here’s how to do it.

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